Piroxicam Prescribing at CASTLEFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)

105

Total Quantity

8,256

NHS Cost

£215

vs National Avg

+82.7%

CASTLEFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 105 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £215 to the NHS. This is 82.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Piroxicam is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	105
Total Quantity	8,256
Total NHS Cost	£215
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+82.7%

Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison

This practice	105 items
National average per practice	58 items
Difference	+82.7% vs national average

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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.